Benefits Eligibility Checker

One quick form checks your likely eligibility for SNAP food assistance, LIHEAP energy help, Medicare Extra Help for prescriptions, and the Lifeline phone/internet discount — all at once.

Nothing you enter is saved or shared Takes about 3 minutes Based on 2026 federal guidelines

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Tell us about your household

Your state

Some programs — Medicare Savings limits and Medicaid long-term care rules — vary significantly by state.

Household size

Total monthly household income

Social Security, pensions, wages, and other regular income before deductions.

Monthly out-of-pocket medical costs

Prescriptions, premiums, copays not covered by insurance. Optional, but it can help you qualify.

Countable savings & resources

Bank accounts, stocks, bonds. Not your home, one car, or retirement accounts.

I'm enrolled in Medicare (or applying for it)

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Your next steps

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This screener uses published 2026 federal poverty guidelines, real 2026 state-specific Medicare Savings Program thresholds, and standard program rules, simplified for a quick estimate. It is for informational purposes only, is not an official eligibility determination, and is not affiliated with USDA, HHS, SSA, CMS, or the FCC. State-level SNAP and LIHEAP rules vary — many states set higher limits than the federal floor. Medicaid long-term care rules are genuinely state-specific and not calculated here — see your state's guide directly. Always confirm with your state or local agency before making decisions.